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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17, The Midwife's Apprentice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What month is it in Chapter 11?
(a) October.
(b) December.
(c) August.
(d) November.

2. Where do the boys in the village toss the sack in Chapter 2?
(a) Down a hill.
(b) Over a small cliff.
(c) Into the stream.
(d) In a tree.

3. Why does Alyce go to a deserted part of the river in Chapter 15?
(a) To speak to her mother.
(b) To cry.
(c) To have a swim.
(d) To clean herself and her clothes.

4. Why doesn't the man believe that his wife might be having a baby in Chapter 16?
(a) She has been barren.
(b) She does not look pregnant.
(c) They have not made love for quite some time.
(d) They have not been trying for a baby.

5. Why does Beetle become fearful of the miller's wife in Chapter 4?
(a) The miller's wife becomes very drunk.
(b) The miller's wife begins shouting and throwing things.
(c) The miller's wife laughs loudly at everyone who comes near.
(d) The miller's wife cries whenever her husband enters the room.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the protagonist, why do villagers often drive her away?

2. What does Beetle place near the cat before leaving in Chapter 2?

3. Whom does the boy decide to name himself after when he discovers that 'Alyce' is a girl's name?

4. What does the boy do when he is discovered by Alyce?

5. How does Edward react when he sees Alyce again in Chapter 15?

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